Frank L. Cranshaw, 60, of Kenosha, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2010, at his residence. Born on April 13, 1950, in Kenosha, he was the son of the late Frank E. and Mae (Greco) Cranshaw. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he was educated in local schools. He served his country in the US Army, entering the service on May 13, 1970, and was honorably discharged on January 7, 1972. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Frank was employed with the American Brass for over 20 years and more recently with Asyst Technologies. He was a member of Our Lady of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and American Brass Credit Union. Frank was an avid golfer and was a participant in many Kenosha County Golf Tournaments. He also enjoyed many years fishing on Wolf River in Freemont, WI. Survivors include two sisters, Jeanine (Blaine) Frye of New Lisbon, WI, and Charlene (Earl) Hawley of Powers Lake, WI; and two brothers, Dennis Cranshaw of Kenosha and Mark Cranshaw of Hanover, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, Gabriel and Florence Ruffolo. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, April 23rd, at Our Lady of Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be held on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hospice Alliance would be greatly appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Frank’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
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Anonymous
I'd like to offer this donation in memory of Frank. Jim Sabo Sobotowicz
Anonymous
Charlene,My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am thinking about you during this difficult time.Love,Mary Freeman
Debbie Swencki
April 23, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Frank. Even though our time together was brief, i have many fond memories of Frank and his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless your family during this time and always.Debbie
Jim "Sabo" Sobotowicz
April 22, 2010
Frank was a unique and unassuming person, whose company I always enjoyed. He became a close friend shortly after I met him. He was funny, generous and a real individual. I can't count how many times he had me rolling in laughter. Once a person met Frank, you didn't forget him. He invited me to go fishing with him many years ago. I saw the quiet and nature-loving side of Frank. One could label his response to situations and life as a 'Frankism." And he had many of them. I moved from Wisconsin many years ago, but Frank stayed in touch with cards and e-mails. I appreciate his friendship, kindness and style. But most of all I'll miss him just being Frank. You'll always be remembered. Jim "Sabo" Sobotowicz
Paul Zahn
April 21, 2010
To the family of "Franky" as I call him, my condolences. I knew Frank for many years and we worked together at the Brass. He was a good friend and we all enjoyed his company, made the years at work go by swiftly, we enjoyed many laughs and good times together.